Hunter Defense Technologies Inc

Director of Engineering, Missile Systems and Transport. The Director of Engineering has overall technical responsibility for the products developed, produced and supported of the Platform Support Systems (PSS) business unit.. Drives execution of the engineering team who develops, designs, analyzes, tests, and supports the manufacture and shipment of missile systems and transport products for the PSS business unit.. Recruits top talent for Missile Systems and Transport programs by working with the engineering managers to select, interview and onboard new hires from contract or direct routes of entry.. Mechanical assembly knowledge and experience with the integration of mechanical, hydraulic & electrical systems.

director of engineering

Hunter Defense Technologies Inc. Director of Engineering, Missile Systems and Transport Florence , Kentucky Apply Now Builds, maintains and leads a world-class engineering team. The Director of Engineering has overall technical responsibility for the products developed, produced and supported of the Platform Support Systems (PSS) business unit. Leads technical engineering teams with responsibility for the full life cycle (development through fielded support) for Missile Systems and Transport equipment. This position offers hands-on, highly visible, and engaging opportunity working closely with project management, business development, production, quality, manufacturing engineering and advanced design organizations. Seeking a dynamic, empowered and visionary leader to drive the technical performance to the next level.
Join the team that is a leader in engineering, designing and manufacturing of leading-edge military expeditionary products and rugged industrial/commercial products since 1937.
What We Offer:
Life, AD&D & Disability (paid for by the company)
401K with a company match
Drives execution of the engineering team who develops, designs, analyzes, tests, and supports the manufacture and shipment of missile systems and transport products for the PSS business unit.
Responsible for the execution of the technical strategy, product cost reduction, process improvements and other initiatives to streamline and improve the business.
Effectively communicates metrics, program and initiative status to management.
Mentors and leads engineering staff including professional development, team building skills and conflict resolution.
Creates and reviews non-recurring engineering estimates for new opportunities independently, or through collaboration with appropriate team subject matter experts.
Defines, documents and executes best practices across engineering
Provides engineering management with performance status on associated products.
Recruits top talent for Missile Systems and Transport programs by working with the engineering managers to select, interview and onboard new hires from contract or direct routes of entry.
Works effectively with our internal customers such as human resources, IT, manufacturing engineering, operations, planning, supply chain, finance, quality and business development.
Mechanical assembly knowledge and experience with the integration of mechanical, hydraulic & electrical systems.
Provides managers and principal engineers on team guidance to achieve their goals.
Prepare, defend and drive the annual operating plan (AOP) budget for Engineering
Promotes a healthy culture by displaying commitment to safety, emotional resilience, positivity, helpfulness, respect, strong work ethic and support of company policies.
Participates in and oversees the performance review process for the team
Responsible for collaborating with other technical teams like sales, manufacturing, finance and other organizations to ensure effective use of resources and management of priorities
Approves time for contract and direct employees within the electronic system.
Education/Experience/Other Skills & Abilities:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited school required; MS Engineering, PE License or MBA preferred.
Minimum of 15 plus years of experience including technical management experience required
Quality orientation and high attention to detail
Must be able to speak, read and understand English
Ability to lead, coach and mentor others
Ability to summarize and/or graph data to guide technical and business decision making
SolidWorks, EPDM and SAP experience desired
Knowledge of military and industry specifications (MIL-SPEC, ASME, etc)
Communicates clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and customers
Possesses strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in standard business software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office)
Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this role.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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